Lorri
Below 5 births
About Lorri
Lorri is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive or variant spelling of names like Laura, Lorraine, or Loretta. These parent names have Latin roots, with Laura meaning 'laurel' (symbolizing victory and honor), and Lorraine deriving from the French region of the same name. The spelling variation with the double 'r' gives the name a distinctive touch while maintaining its familiar sound. Lorri was most popular in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s, coinciding with America's preference for nicknames as given names. Though less common today, Lorri retains a friendly, approachable quality with vintage charm. The name strikes a balance between formal and casual, and its shortness makes it straightforward yet complete, rather than feeling like a nickname requiring a longer form.
Pronounced LOR-ee.
As of October 2026, Lorri ranked #14849 in US births in 1996 SSA, peaked at #369 in 1961.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
Lorri on lists
Famous Lorris
- Lorri Bagley
American actress and model
- Lorri L. Jean
American LGBT activist
- Lorri Millan
Canadian performance artist
- Lorri Houston
American animal activist
- Lorri Neilsen Glenn
Canadian poet
Lorri in pop culture
- Lorri Dillingwell
character in 1938 film "Four's a Crowd"